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Paris: A City Portrait
Hardcover
Series: City Portraits
Publisher Price: $45.00
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ISBN10: 3791394932
ISBN13: 9783791394930
Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Published: Feb 2 2027
Pages: 256
Weight: 1.25
Language: English
ISBN13: 9783791394930
Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Published: Feb 2 2027
Pages: 256
Weight: 1.25
Language: English
Celebrating the defining pleasures of Parisian life, this visual journey is an invitation to experience the many facets of the City of Lights. Offering a fresh perspective on one of the world's most beloved cities, this luxurious book will inspire even the most sedate to travel, encouraging readers to explore Paris through 15 evocative themes that reveal the city's character from unexpected angles. Chapters ranging from romance to architecture, fashion and street life, pair well-known landmarks with overlooked discoveries, creating a richly layered portrait of the French capital. Travel journalist Élodie Lécadieu illuminates the stories behind the city's treasures, revealing how centuries of art, design, history, and daily ritual continue to shape Parisian life. Generous photography ranges from sweeping city vistas to intimate neighborhood scenes, encouraging readers to slow down, look more closely, and appreciate the details that give the city its singular character.
- A visually rich, authentic perspective on Paris written by a local expert
- Balances Paris's celebrated highlights with more intimate, unexpected moments
- Curated, thematic chapters combine cultural history and insider recommendations
- Blends striking full-colour photography with distinctive graphic design
- Perfect for planning a visit, returning to a favorite destination or exploring from home
Readers will discover an inspiring portrait of Paris that offers a fresh way to experience one of the world's most captivating cities.
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